8 Things You Didn’t Know About Sushi
Sushi has achieved international cult status, taking countries by storm with its delicious vinegared rice and seaweed. What began as a way to preserve seafood in ancient Chinese culture has now become one of the most beloved Japanese meals in the 21st century. The cuisine crossed over borders sometime around the 7th century, and was adopted to Japan’s tastes and became what we know now as sushi today. However, how much do you know about this modern-day meal? Although you love eating, dunking, and chopsticking your sushi rolls, there are some unexpected surprises to the food. Here are 8 things you didn’t know about sushi:
8 Things You Didn't Know about Sushi
By Lindsay Feitsma
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The most expensive sushi is $450
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Not including taxes, tips, or drinks. Found at Masa restaurant in New York City.
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Miso soup is usually for after the meal
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Many Japanese leave their soup for after their sushi, as it helps with digestion.
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June 18 is International Sushi Day
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Mark your calendars and prepare to feast! June 18 is the day to be a sushi lover.
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You're supposed to eat sushi with your hands
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That’s right, put those chopsticks down, you pretenders. Forget all cutlery, sushi is meant to be finger food!
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The most dangerous sushi is Fugu
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Or more commonly known is pufferfish. It is extremely dangerous and poisonous, so serving it requires years of training and expertise. Eat at own risk, as this has literally killed before.
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Sushi rice was once not a part of the meal
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The rice was only used to ferment, flavour, and preserve the fish wrapped on the inside. The rice was then thrown out and only the fish was meant for eating.
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The strangest sushi is… Glofish sushi
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If you ever wanted glow-in-the-dark sushi, you can now thank GMO fish for that. Perfect for weirding out customers and dinner guests.
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Leave the soy sauce and wasabi for later
By Lindsay Feitsma
Most sushi connoisseurs don’t add anything to their sushi. In some places it may be considered rude to add flavours to your roll, so stick to eating it au natural every once in a while.
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Speaking of wasabi…
By Lindsay Feitsma
The wasabi served with your sushi is probably not the authentic kind. Wasabi root is expensive, so most places mix horseradish with mustard powder, and a little green dye for added measure.
